I worked hard my entire adult life here in Oklahoma. I paid my taxes, raised a family, and contributed to my community. Now, in retirement, I don’t expect handouts. What I do expect is the healthcare I earned through years of work. For me, that comes through Medicare Advantage.

Medicare Advantage is different from the government-run version of Medicare. It gives seniors more choice. It lets us pick plans that cover what we need—things like prescription drugs, dental and vision care, and even a ride to the doctor. These benefits help keep me healthy and independent, and they save money by preventing bigger problems down the road.

President Donald J. Trump on Monday in Jerusalem speaking to the Knesset hailed a “new beginning” for the Middle East as Hamas released all 20 living Israeli hostages from captivity in Gaza. Both Palestinians and Israelis danced in the streets in celebration. It appears, the two year Gaza war is over and true lasting peace possible for the first time in a thousand years.